Who Needs a Montana Fishing License?
To legally Fish in Montana anglers 12 years or older must have a Montana fishing license, Conservation License, and a Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Pass to fish in the state’s waters. Prices below include all three items
Where to Buy a fishing License?
- Licenses can be purchased online at – Montana fish wildlife and parks (FWP)
- Available for purchase in person at a local fly shop
- Local Sporting goods stores
Nonresident Fishing License Price
- Nonresident – 1 day: $31.50 for nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $24 for nonresidents aged 12–15
- Nonresident – 5 Day: $73.50 for nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $66 for nonresidents aged 12–15
- Nonresident – Full Season: $117.50 or nonresidents aged 16 and older, and $110 for nonresidents aged 12–15
Resident Fishing License Price
- Full season: $21 for residents aged 18–61, $10.50 for residents aged 12–17 and 62+, and $10.50 for residents with disabilities
- Short-term: $5 for residents for two consecutive calendar days